SIAO 2026: LONAB provides CFA50 million in support and becomes official sponsor
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SIAO 2026: LONAB contributes CFA 50 million to support the 18th edition (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
A few days before SIAO 2026 opens, LONAB handed over CFA 50 million to the organizers to support the 18th edition of the fair. The contribution is intended to help with organization and promote craftsmanship, local products and African cultural heritage.
SIAO 2026: LONAB, official sponsor, offers 50 million CFA francs (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The Loterie nationale burkinabè (LONAB) signed a sponsorship agreement with the SIAO and handed over a 50 million CFA franc cheque for the 18th edition of the fair, scheduled for 30 October to 8 November 2026. In return, LONAB will be able to promote its products to visitors.
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